What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) position at Aligned Hospice?
Aligned Hospice is searching for a dedicated, compassionate Certified Home Health Aide to join our team. If you are passionate about providing quality care and want to work in a positive, supportive environment please apply today!
JOB TITLE: Certified Home Health Aide
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.
- Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)
- Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
- Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
- Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
- Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.
- Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
- Providing proper care and observation of the patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
- Reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
- Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
JOB TYPE: Full Time
PAY: $24.00 -$30.00 per hour
BENEFITS:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Safety PPE provided
- Mileage reimbursement
STANDARD SHIFT:
Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Home Health Aide Certification (required)
- Effective August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a state established or other training program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b)
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
- Understand hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill
- Satisfactory references from a previous employer
- Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Secure with issues of death and dying. Provides a calm manner when in a patient's home.
- Possesses and maintains CPR certification
- Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene
"Aligned Hospice is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.”
Salary : $24 - $30
